Chapter 10

The city had been pummeled by heavy snowstorms for days, bringing transportation to a standstill.

Melody's food stand was temporarily closed for business.

But for a man and woman caught up in the throes of passion, how could such a minor obstacle keep them apart? Using his habit of drinking mutton stew as an excuse, Victor trudged through the heavy snow and biting wind every day after work, walking for half an hour to reach Melody's place.

All to enjoy a bowl of mutton stew at her doorstep.

In fact, the challenging weather and distance made their encounters even more thrilling and intense.

Victor sat at the dining table while Melody busied herself preparing just for him. They exchanged smiles now and then, creating a heartwarming scene of domestic bliss.

All of this, I observed through the hidden camera.

A few days ago, Draven sent me an invoice.

"For reimbursement," he said.

I asked what it was for.